🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Shrimp(peeled and deveined)
- 2 medium Onions(chopped)
- 400 g Tomatoes(crushed or diced)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 medium Bell pepper(chopped (any color))
- 3 tbsp Palm oil
- 1 tbsp Coriander(chopped fresh)
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground)
- 1 cup Water or fish broth
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat palm oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
💡 Tip: Ensure oil is hot but not smoking. - 2
Add chopped onions and bell pepper, sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
⏱️ 7 minutes - 3
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
⏱️ 1 minute - 4
Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
⏱️ 10 minutes💡 Tip: This step helps develop the base flavor of the stew. - 5
Pour in water or fish broth and bring to a simmer.
💡 Tip: Adjust liquid for desired consistency. - 6
Add the shrimp to the simmering stew. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
⏱️ 7 minutes💡 Tip: Do not overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough. - 7
Stir in fresh chopped coriander just before serving.
💡 Tip: Adding herbs at the end preserves their fresh flavor.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a spicier dish, add a chopped chili pepper along with the bell pepper.
- ✓Serve hot with funge, rice, or boiled cassava.
- ✓Adjust seasoning to your preference.
🔄 Variations
- Add other seafood like mussels or squid.
- Incorporate a bay leaf during the simmering process for added aroma.